Regents Park (NSW)

An assessment of population growth drivers in Regents Park reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends

As of November 2025, the estimated population of Regents Park (NSW) statistical area (Lv2) is around 5,273 people. This reflects a growth of 283 individuals since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 4,990 people. The increase was inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of 5,150 residents based on the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and an additional 28 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 2,649 persons per square kilometer, placing Regents Park (NSW) in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The area's growth rate of 5.7% since the census is within 1.9 percentage points of the state's growth rate of 7.6%, indicating competitive growth fundamentals. Overseas migration contributed approximately 71.0% of overall population gains during recent periods in Regents Park (NSW) (SA2).

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch uses NSW State Government's SA2 level projections released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Looking ahead, Regents Park (NSW) (SA2) is projected to have above median population growth nationally, with an expected increase of 1,155 persons by 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a total gain of 19.5% over the 17-year period.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development drivers sees a low level of activity in Regents Park, placing the area among the bottom 25% of areas assessed nationally

Based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, Regents Park has averaged approximately 25 new dwelling approvals each year over the past five financial years ending June 30th, totalling an estimated 128 homes. As of July 1st, 2026 (FY-26), seven approvals have been recorded. The population decline in recent years has been offset by adequate development activity relative to other areas, benefiting buyers. Developers focus on the premium market with high-end developments, as indicated by an average construction cost value of $547,000 per dwelling.

Commercial development activity has been balanced this financial year, with $10.5 million in approvals recorded thus far. Compared to Greater Sydney, Regents Park records roughly half the building activity per person and ranks among the 54th percentile nationally based on AreaSearch assessments. New building activity comprises approximately 38.0% detached houses and 62.0% townhouses or apartments, marking a significant shift from existing housing patterns (currently 65.0% houses). This trend suggests diminishing developable land availability and responds to evolving lifestyle preferences and housing affordability needs. The location has approximately 292 people per dwelling approval, indicating a low-density market.

Future projections estimate Regents Park adding 1,026 residents by 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Existing development levels seem aligned with future requirements, maintaining stable market conditions without significant price pressures.

Regents Park has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally

Eight projects have been identified by AreaSearch as potentially impacting the area's performance. These include 101-103 Hector Street Sefton, Berala Village Redevelopment, Berala TOD Precinct, and Regents Park Mixed-Use Development, with the following list detailing those likely to be most relevant.

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AreaSearch assessment indicates Regents Park faces employment challenges relative to the majority of Australian markets

Regents Park's workforce is well-educated with diverse sector representation. The unemployment rate was 6.9% in the past year, with an estimated employment growth of 2.5%.

As of September 2025, 2,385 residents are employed, while the unemployment rate is 2.8% higher than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation lags at 47.1%, compared to Greater Sydney's 60.0%. Leading employment industries include health care & social assistance, manufacturing, and retail trade. Manufacturing is particularly specialized, with an employment share 1.8 times the regional level.

Conversely, professional & technical services employ only 6.5% of local workers, below Greater Sydney's 11.5%. Many residents commute elsewhere for work, as indicated by Census data. Over a 12-month period ending in September 2025, employment increased by 2.5%, while the labour force grew by 3.4%, resulting in an unemployment rate rise of 0.8 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney saw employment rise by 2.1% and unemployment increase by 0.2 percentage points. State-level data from 25-Nov-25 shows NSW employment contracted by 0.03%, with a state unemployment rate of 3.9%. National employment forecasts from May-25 project national growth rates of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, varying significantly between industries. Applying these projections to Regents Park's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.2% over five years and 13.1% over ten years.

Income figures position the area below 75% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year ending June 30, 2023, Regents Park had a median income among taxpayers of $42,972 with the average at $54,592. This is lower than national averages of $60,817 and $83,003 across Greater Sydney respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% from financial year ending June 30, 2023 to September 2025, current estimates would be approximately $46,779 (median) and $59,429 (average). Census data shows individual incomes at the 8th percentile ($566 weekly), while household income is at the 29th percentile. The largest segment comprises 28.8% earning $1,500 - $2,999 weekly (1,518 residents), similar to broader area patterns where 30.9% occupy this range. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 79.4% of income remaining, ranking at the 22nd percentile.

Regents Park displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

As per the latest Census evaluation, dwelling structures in Regents Park consisted of 64.6% houses and 35.4% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), contrasting with Sydney metro's 33.5% houses and 66.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Regents Park stood at 27.4%, with mortgaged dwellings at 25.8% and rented ones at 46.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,954, lower than Sydney metro's $2,167, while the median weekly rent was $370, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Regents Park's mortgage repayments were higher at $1,954 versus Australia's average of $1,863, and rents were lower at $370 compared to the national figure of $375.

Regents Park features high concentrations of group households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households comprise 71.7% of all households, including 38.6% couples with children, 18.6% couples without children, and 13.1% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 28.3%, with lone person households at 22.7% and group households making up 5.5%. The median household size is 3.0 people, larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.8.

Educational outcomes in Regents Park fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area's university qualification rate is 26.5%, significantly lower than the SA3 area average of 39.9%. This disparity presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 19.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (5.8%) and graduate diplomas (1.3%). Vocational pathways account for 24.0% of qualifications among those aged 15 and above, with advanced diplomas making up 10.1% and certificates 13.9%.

Educational participation is high, with 31.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 8.6% in primary education, 8.2% in secondary education, and 7.1% pursuing tertiary education.

Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility

The analysis of public transport in Regents Park indicates that there are 41 active transport stops currently operating. These include a mix of train and bus services. The stop locations are serviced by 17 individual routes combined, which collectively facilitate 4,602 weekly passenger trips.

Transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically situated approximately 135 meters from the nearest transport stop. Service frequency averages around 657 trips per day across all routes, equating to roughly 112 weekly trips per individual stop.

Regents Park's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions

Health outcomes data shows excellent results across Regents Park, with both younger and older age groups exhibiting low prevalence of common health conditions. Approximately 49% (~2,561 people) have private health cover, lower than the national average of 55.7%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are diabetes (5.8%) and arthritis (5.5%), while 78.1% report being completely free from medical ailments, compared to 83.5% in Greater Sydney. Regents Park has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 16.9% (891 people), compared to 11.1% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors are notably strong, mirroring the overall population's health profile.

Regents Park is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Regents Park has a population where 56.8% were born overseas, with 73.5% speaking languages other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Regents Park, making up 38.7% of its population. Islam comprises 25.1%, which is higher compared to Greater Sydney's 23.4%.

The top three ancestral groups are Other (27.0%), Chinese (21.9%), and English (9.1%). Notably, Lebanese (7.1%) and Vietnamese (7.2%) populations are overrepresented in Regents Park compared to regional averages of 4.1% and 2.6%, respectively. Also, Croatian ancestry is slightly higher at 1.6%.

Regents Park's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Regents Park's median age is 35 years, which is slightly younger than Greater Sydney's 37 and somewhat younger than the national average of 38 years. The age group of 65-74 shows strong representation in Regents Park at 10.3%, compared to Greater Sydney. However, the 45-54 cohort is less prevalent at 9.9%. Since 2021, the population aged 75 to 84 has grown from 3.8% to 5.1%, while the 35 to 44 age group increased from 12.6% to 13.8%. Conversely, the 55 to 64 cohort declined from 13.1% to 10.2%, and the 45 to 54 group dropped from 11.5% to 9.9%. Population forecasts for Regents Park indicate substantial demographic changes by 2041. The 75 to 84 age cohort is projected to rise substantially, expanding by 209 people (78%) from 268 to 478. Meanwhile, the 55 to 64 cohort grows by a modest 5% (26 people).